Communication is the basis for any transaction, business or otherwise. It is the medium via which information is shared and in turn, applied. However, the common notion we have about communication is either verbal or written. It is easy to condition yourself to effectively handle verbal communication, but written communication and that through the medium of gestures is difficult.
Non-verbal communication includes effective communication with the use of documentation and gestures. Gestures include eye contact, powerful hand and body movements, body language and facial expression. These are potent tools for communicating without words. A powerful handshake can effectively convey confidence and power. A quick glance at an employee, at a presentation, can evade an issue. An erect posture while addressing employees indicates absolute business and so on and so forth. The power of communicating non-verbally can be a valuable asset for anyone. Written communication is also non-verbal and the right choice of vocabulary and tone effectively does the needful.
The success of non-verbal communication does not lie in consciously implementing these strategies, but in identifying them and developing a sense of confidence to meet the challenges ahead. It takes time to come to an unspoken understanding with contemporaries, employees and seniors, but with a little perseverance and practice, it can be honed over a period of time.
Non-verbal communication includes effective communication with the use of documentation and gestures. Gestures include eye contact, powerful hand and body movements, body language and facial expression. These are potent tools for communicating without words. A powerful handshake can effectively convey confidence and power. A quick glance at an employee, at a presentation, can evade an issue. An erect posture while addressing employees indicates absolute business and so on and so forth. The power of communicating non-verbally can be a valuable asset for anyone. Written communication is also non-verbal and the right choice of vocabulary and tone effectively does the needful.
The success of non-verbal communication does not lie in consciously implementing these strategies, but in identifying them and developing a sense of confidence to meet the challenges ahead. It takes time to come to an unspoken understanding with contemporaries, employees and seniors, but with a little perseverance and practice, it can be honed over a period of time.